Olympics.com Podcast
350 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★★ - 83 ratingsIt's another exciting year of Olympics.com podcasts. We are looking forward to offering you another season of the best Olympic stories, with the Paris Games being the big highlight of 2024.
The show will have great guests, the episodes will dig deep into the topic, the Olympics, Olympians, and sports. We’ll, of course, be truly global. Touching all 5 continents with our content.
We’ll pay close attention to all the key events, updating stories and backstories on and off the field of play. It’ll be an all-encompassing conversation and we will signpost you to some of our outstanding original feature programming across all our Olympics.com platforms.
So much to see, so much to enjoy. Be prepared to be entertained and inspired!
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Episodes
Chad Le Clos looks back on his shock win against Michael Phelps from London 2012
October 06, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe man who caused one of the biggest Olympic upsets of all-time: Chad Le Clos. The South African looks back on his famous victory in the 200m butterfly against swimming legend Michael Phelps at London 2012. Chad is joined by team-mate Calvyn Justus and sports broadcaster Cindy Poluta. Plus, a little a cameo from Chad's dad Bert. This is the final episode of three 'Time Machine' pods hosted by Nick McCarvel.
Gymnastics superstar Nastia Liukin recalls famous Beijing 2008 all-around victory
September 29, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBAs the gymnastics season ends, we take another trip in our 'Time Machine' to relive Olympic champion gymnast Nastia Liukin's famous victory from Beijing 2008. The American is joined by double world medallist Ellie Downie of Great Britain, and gymnastics expert Scott Bregman. This is the second of three 'Time Machine' episodes hosted by Nick McCarvel.
Figure skating legend Kristi Yamaguchi looks back on famous 1992 Olympic win
September 21, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBAs the figure skating season begins, we take a trip in the 'Time Machine' to remember U.S. figure skating legend Kristi Yamaguchi's incredible win from the 1992 Olympic Games in Albertville. Kristi is also joined by Olympic bronze medallist Adam Rippon and Olympic champion Meryl Davis. This is the first of three 'Time Machine' episodes hosted by Nick McCarvel.
A catch-up with Allyson Felix after an historic Tokyo 2020
September 15, 2021 11:30 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBAllyson Felix won her 10th and 11th Olympic medals at Tokyo 2020 making her the most decorated U.S. track and field athlete of all-time. The 400m bronze plus the victory in the 400 x 400m relay come after a challenging period for Felix. A life-threatening birth experience plus problems with sponsors made her success taste all the sweeter. We catch up with this living legend to talk legacy and future plans.
Double champ Oksana Masters gives powerful and inspirational message
September 06, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBThe Paralympic Games have ended and one of the star performers was road cyclist Oksana Masters who won two titles for the USA. She reveals just how hard it was to even be on the start line after undergoing surgery with exactly 100 days to go to the Games. Plus, she gives some mental health tips and gives context to her incredible Players' Tribune video about the physical and mental abuse she endured as an orphan from Ukraine. Players' Tribune piece: https://projects.theplayerstribu...
Podcast: Double champ Oksana Masters gives powerful and inspirational message
September 06, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBThe Paralympic Games have ended and one of the star performers was road cyclist Oksana Masters who won two titles for the USA. She reveals just how hard it was to even be on the start line after undergoing surgery with exactly 100 days to go to the Games. Plus, she gives some mental health tips and gives context to her incredible Players' Tribune video about the physical and mental abuse she endured as an orphan from Ukraine. Players' Tribune piece: https://projects.theplayerstribu...
Tatyana McFadden and Haven Shepherd tell their dramatic life stories
September 01, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBTwo incredible guests from Team USA. Wheelchair racer Tatyana McFadden went into Tokyo 2020 as the proud owner of 17 Paralympic medals including seven gold medals. She beat the odds to make the start line here in Japan after surviving some life-threatening blood clots in 2017. Plus, Haven Shepherd was born in Vietnam. Her parents took their own lives by strapping bombs in a family suicide attempt. Haven somehow survived was adopted by a US family and started to smile for the first...
Bebe Vio talks iconic emotions, Italy, and her vision for the future
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBItalian wheelchair fencer Bebe Vio screamed with emotion when she won her Paralympic title back at Rio 2016. She recalls that iconic moment. Away from sport, Bebe is a world famous model who has graced the cover of Vanity Fair and other international magazines. She talks about her life after he huge win, her goals for the Paralympics, and her future plans. Elliott Stewart episode: https://olympics.com/en/original-series/episode/podcast-elliot-stewart-judo-paralympics
GB's Lauren Steadman talks Paralympics, mental resilience, and para-triathlon
August 18, 2021 04:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBLauren Steadman took a silver medal home from the Paralympics at Rio 2016. A less nervous and more mentally resilient athlete five years later, the British para-triathlete opens up about her big swimming mistake, learning from her starring roles on massive UK TV shows, and resetting when things go wrong. Full Melissa Stockwell Podcast episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-melissa-stockwell
Hurdler Grant Holloway of Team USA on mentality, golf, and silver medals
August 11, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBOlympic silver medallist Grant Holloway joins the Olympic Channel Podcast to reflect on becoming an Olympian for the first time and how he's picked up golf.
Megan Rapinoe reflects on Olympic bronze medal / Eliud Kipchoge gives inspirational message
August 07, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 8.83 MBThe USWNT came away with an Olympic bronze medal from the women's football at Tokyo 2020. Megan Rapinoe reflects on the ups and down of the tournament. Plus, reigning men's marathon champion, Eliud Kipchoge, sent an inspiring message ahead of the big final race.
Mutaz Barshim on the high jump Olympic highlight / Chris Bosh recounts Olympic men's basketball gold
August 06, 2021 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBHigh jumper Mutaz Barshim of Qatar takes us through his incredible Olympic moment where he shared the gold medal with Italy's Gianmarco Tamberi. Plus, Olympic gold medallist Chris Bosh reveals his Olympic experience ahead of the men's basketball final between France and USA. Chris Bosh - full episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/chris-bosh-redeem-team
Allyson Felix on running fast and motherhood / Rita Mamun talks Averina twins
August 05, 2021 16:00 - 6 minutes - 6.12 MBNine-time Olympic medallist Allyson Felix runs in the 400m final. But just making it to start line has been an ordeal for U.S. sprinter - she exaplains how she's coped. Plus, the Dina and Arina Averina are in action in the rhythmic gymnastics. Rio 2016 all-around gold medallist Rita Mamun explains why these two are so special.
Energy boost with Grant Holloway, Sakura Kokumai, and Ryan Crouser
August 04, 2021 16:00 - 10 minutes - 9.19 MBNo time for slacking! We have world record breaking Grant Holloway of USA give his motivations ahead of his 110m hurdles final. Plus, some inspirational words to get you fired up from Sakura Kokumai. And how many calories does an Olympic champion shot putter have to eat? Ryan Crouser has the answer. Full episode Grant Holloway: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-grant-holloway-world-champion-record-holder-positive-thinker Full episode Sakura Kokumai: https://olympics.com/en/p...
Lizzie Armanto / Emma Coburn / Sky Brown
August 03, 2021 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBLizzie Armanto represents Finland in skateboarding. She is one of the best ever and the only female skater to conquer Tony Hawk's infamous 360 loop. She speaks highly of fellow competitor Sky Brown (who we also hear from in the podcast!) Plus, Emma Coburn of the USA is in the 3,000m steeplechase final. She talks about what can be learnt from athletics in terms of gender parity. Full Lizzie episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-lizzie-armanto-tony-hawk-skateboarding Full...
Alex Honnold from Free Solo gives his guide to Olympic climbing
August 02, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBThe Free Solo star and climbing legend Alex Honnold gives an in-depth rundown of what to expect from climbing as it appears at the Olympic Games for the first time at Tokyo 2020. 2019 episode with Alex: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-alex-honnold-free-solo-climbing-olympics
Shaunae Miller-Uibo / David Taylor
August 01, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 8.26 MBShaunae Miller-Uibo's iconic dive / fall made her an Olympic champion at Rio 2016. She explains the fall plus the reasons why she's switched focus to the 200m. Also, the wrestling is underway - we hear from Team USA medal hope David Taylor. Full episode from Shaunae Miller-Uibo: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-shaunae-miller-uibo-and-maicel-uibo
Katherine Nye / Trayvon Bromell
July 31, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBUSA weightlifter Katherine Nye is a world champion. But her successful 2019 coincided with a diagnosis with Bipolar II Disorder and mild ADHD. She speaks lucidly about her mental health journey ahead of the 76 kg competition. And 100m sprinter Trayvon Bromell is aiming to be the fastest man in the world. He opens up about his inspirations - including a talk with the 'hip hop preacher' Eric Thomas. Katherine Nye - full episode: https://olympics.com/en/video/podcast-katherine-nye-on-...
Mondo Duplantis / Dalilah Muhammad / Sydney McLaughlin
July 30, 2021 16:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBMondo Duplantis represents Sweden and has pushed the boundaries of the pole vault event. He goes into the Olympics as the world record holder. Mondo joined the podcast to talk about nutrition, his baseball obsession, and his backyard training situation. Plus, the women's 400m hurdles promises to be one of the marquee events of the whole Games. We hear from the top two contenders: Dalilah Muhammad and Sydney McLaughlin. Full episode with Dalilah: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podc...
Dina Asher-Smith / Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce / Joshua Cheptegei
July 29, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBThe track and field stars are aligned and ready for Tokyo 2020. We have exclusive chats with double Olympic champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, world champion Dina Asher-Smith, and world record holder Joshua Cheptegei. The athletics starts today and we have a lot more coming up so subscribe and tell your friends. Dina Asher-Smith full episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-dina-asher-smith-the-world-champion-team-gb-sprinter Joshua Cheptegei full episode: https://olympics....
Simone Biles Withdraws / Women's All- Around Preview / Analysis and Reaction
July 28, 2021 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBWe hear from Simone Biles who spoke with stunning honesty at a news conference following her withdrawal from the team event. Since then, she announced that she isn't going defend her all-around Olympic title. Reporter and gymnastics expert Scott Bregman gives us his analysis and reaction from Tokyo. Plus, super heavyweight boxer Frazer Clarke of Great Britain talks about surviving a knife attack in 2016. Full Frazer Clarke podcast: https://apps.olympicchannel.com/en/podcast/detail/...
Coach Mike Brown / Boxer Lauren Price / Surfer Owen Wright
July 27, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBNigeria men's basketball coach Mike Brown describes how activist Nelson Mandela has inspired his team and GB boxer Lauren Price shares how her fancy footwork is aided by her footballing past. Plus, Australian surfer, and Olympic bronze medallist, Owen Wright describes his road back from a traumatic brain injury. Full Owen Wright episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-surfer-owen-wright-traumatic-brain-injury
Lilly King / Taylor Knibb / Summer Rappaport / Pandelela
July 26, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBUSA swimmer Lilly King gives some tips on how to be super confident. USA's triathletes have a VERY early alarm call but that's not all Taylor Knibb and Summer Rappaport are worried about. Plus, Malaysian diver Pandelela was thrown into the deep end on her first diving lesson - literally! Lilly King full episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-lilly-king Pandelela full episode: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-pandelela-malaysia-diver
Tom Daley + Matty Lee on diving / Laurie Hernandez on how to watch gymnastics / Ramla Ali
July 25, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBDiving superstar Tom Daley of Great Britain is aiming to bring down an Olympic gold medal for Britain with partner Matty Lee in the 10m synchro today. Daley is a two-time Olympic medallist and seems more relaxed than ever. Could this be his year? Olympic champion gymnast Laurie Hernandez gives us some insider tips on watching gymnastics. Plus, Somalian boxer Ramla Ali speaks about her aims to inspire African women to take up sport. Tom Daley - full episode: https://olympics.com/en/...
Nyjah Huston / Felipe Gustavo / Skateboarding makes Olympic history
July 24, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBNumber one ranked street skater in the world, Nyjah Huston of the USA, joins the Olympic Channel Podcast as skateboarding becomes an Olympic sport for the first time. Nyjah gives his assessment Olympic skateboarding. Plus, Felipe Gustavo of Brazil never gave up on his skateboarding dream. His dad sold his car to fund Felipe's first USA contest trip. He gives us the story in full. We also have a brief word from skateboarding legend Tony Hawk. Nyjah episode in full: https://olympics....
Clarisse Agbegnenou and Adam Peaty join us for the official day one at Tokyo 2020
July 23, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBWhen it comes to successful sporting mindset, few people speak better than French judoka Clarisse Clarisse Agbegnenou and British swimmer Adam Peaty. Clarisse is an Olympic silver medalist who is using her past disappointments to fuel her desire in Japan. Adam goes into the Games as a world record holder and defending Olympic champion. But he has the self-awareness to realise that there's more to sport than winning.
Usain Bolt and Simone Biles lead countdown to Tokyo 2020's Opening Ceremony
July 22, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBThe Opening Ceremony is today! We have two of the biggest stars in the Olympic world to kickstart our countdown to the big show. We look back at Rio 2016 with four-time Olympic champion gymnast Simone Biles. And sprint legend Usain Bolt opens up about his career, advice for athletes on the way up, and who to look out for in the men's 100m.
Laurie Hernandez's guide to Tokyo 2020
July 21, 2021 16:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBThe full lowdown on what to watch from Olympic champion gymnast Laurie Hernandez. After missing out on the U.S. trials due to injury, Laurie has managed to secure a spot in Tokyo as a commentator for NBC. She shares her insights on the USA gymnastics team, Simone Biles, her amateur karate past, and her somewhat inconsistent culinary skills. Warning: this podcast contains a lot of laughter. Link to Joe Fraser Podcast: https://olympics.com/en/podcast/podcast-joe-fraser-gymnastics-wor...
Millie Bright / Angela Ruggiero / Sport at Tokyo 2020 starts
July 20, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBIt's the first day of action at Tokyo 2020. We have a daily podcast of the best interviews, the most interesting news, and the most fun from the Olympics. The women's football kicks off with Team GB taking on Chile. We speak to Chelsea and Team GB defender Millie Bright about mental health and becoming and Olympian. Plus, what's it like to give out Olympic gold medals? Four-time Olympian Angela Ruggiero has received and given out medals. We get her perspective on that honour and her...
Katherine Nye on mental health, medals, and weightlifting
July 14, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBUSA's Katherine Nye is a world champion weightlifter heading to the Olympics aged 22. In 2019, during one of her most successful year as an athlete, she was diagnosed with Bipolar II Disorder and mild ADHD. Nye talks about why it's so important to her to speak publicly about her mental health, her hopes for Tokyo 2020, and why looking strong is different to being strong.
Joe Fraser - the world champion gymnast on emotions and believing in yourself
July 07, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBBritish gymnast Joe Fraser became world champion in the parallel bars in 2019. From a little boy watching London 2012 with the Olympic Rings shaved into his hair, he goes into Tokyo 2020 as one of Team GB's medal hopes. Joe talks about letting out emotions, how he copes with setbacks in the gym, and his hopes for Tokyo 2020.
Pride stories with out figure skaters Jason Brown, Kaitlyn Weaver, and Paul Poirier
June 30, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBThe LGBTQ+ community officially welcomed three Olympic figure skaters when they came out on June 11 2021: Jason Brown, Kaitlyn Weaver, and Paul Poirier. Nick McCarvel joined the three skaters to talk about why they chose this moment to share, why it's more important than ever to do so, and both the support and challenge figure skating offers in this space.
Benjamin Azamati - Ghana's new 100m sprint sensation
June 23, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBBenjamin Azamati set a new national record of 9.97s in his first race of the 2021 season to qualify for the Olympic Games in Tokyo. To celebrate Olympic Day, we talk to Benjamin about his career, becoming NCAA division two champion, and his heroes in sport.
Sydney McLaughlin - mindset, Olympics, and the 400m hurdles
June 16, 2021 11:30 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBSydney McLaughlin trains with six-time Olympic champion sprinter Allyson Felix. The 400m hurdler is one of the big medal hopes for Team USA at Tokyo 2020, Ahead of the USA Track and Field Olympic Trials, we caught up with Sydney about her mindset, Olympic memories, and much more.
A morning with Tom Daley and the GB diving team
June 09, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBTom Daley is heading to his fourth Olympic Games as a diver for Team GB. He took Olympic bronze medals home from both London 2012 and Rio 2016. We joined Tom and diving team mates Matty Lee and Grace Reid for a quick chat.
Sky Brown - the skater set to be GB's youngest Olympian
June 02, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBSkateboarder Sky Brown will represent Team GB at the Olympics in Tokyo and is set to become Britain's youngest ever summer Olympian. Despite her age, she's a genuine medal contender. She joins the Olympic Channel Podcast for a tour of the Olympic Museum in Switzerland.
Bianca Andreescu talks tennis, Tokyo 2020, and making a breakthrough
May 26, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBCanadian tennis player Bianca Andreescu shocked the world when she beat four-time Olympic champion Serena Williams in the final of the 2019 US Open. Now, she's firmly established herself as one of the world's most exciting tennis players. She's visualised becoming Olympic champion so we caught up with her ahead of a hectic summer of the French Open, Wimbledon, and the Olympic Games.
Dalilah Muhammad talks 400m hurdles world record, doubt, and Kobe Bryant
May 19, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBDalilah Muhammad of the USA is the reigning Olympic and world champion in the 400m hurdles. She opens up about the doubts she felt as a young runner, the inspiration she takes from late basketball star Kobe Bryant, and her targets for the Olympic year.
Trayvon Bromell on 100m, positive mindset, and his journey to Tokyo 2020
May 12, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBThe Olympic 100m final is one of the most iconic events on the entire planet. Trayvon Bromell set an early world leading time of 9.88 in May 2021. His whole life he has beaten the odds to become one of the favourites for Olympic glory in Tokyo.
Jordyn Huitema talks football, Olympics, and PSG
May 05, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBCanadian footballer Jordyn Huitema is gearing up for one of the biggest summers of her life so far. The 20-year-old's club, Paris Saint-Germain, are flying both domestically and in Europe. Plus, Canada want to improve on their Rio 2016 podium place by taking home a gold medal in the women's football tournament. She talks about being authentic online, playing checkers with boyfriend Alphonso Davies, and much more.
Cate Campbell on mindset, ukulele, and swimming as therapy
April 28, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBAustralia's Cate Campbell is a swimming legend with two gold medals from three trips to the Olympic Games. But she wants to win the 100m freestyle Olympic title. We caught up with Campbell to talk Tokyo 2020, her new pandemic hobbies, and how she's bounced back from disappointment.
Nyjah Huston talks skateboarding, Tony Hawk game, and the Olympics
April 21, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBUSA's Nyjah Huston is one of the greatest skateboarders of his generation. His goal to become the very first male street skateboarding Olympic champion. We spoke to Nyjah about his perfect skate crew, his Olympic dream, and dealing with pressure. Plus, how it feels to play as himself in the Tony Hawk video game.
Felipe Gustavo on skateboarding, his dad, and the Olympics
April 14, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBLegendary skateboarder Felipe Gustavo joined the Olympic Channel Podcast to talk about his career, how his dad sold his car to fund his first big contest entry, and why staying humble is so important.
Rulon Gardner talks new movie, near-death experiences, and Olympic gold
April 07, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBTo celebrate the release of Olympic Channel's latest edition to the acclaimed Five Rings Films series 'Rulon', Olympic gold medallist wrestler Rulon Gardner sat down with the Olympic Channel Podcast to catch up. He talks about his epic (and unexpected win) at the 2000 Olympic Games, how to build the mentality of an Olympic wrestler, and much more about his incredible life. You can watch the full documentary for free right now at www.OlympicChannel.com
Grant Holloway - world champion, world record holder, and positive thinker
March 30, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBUSA hurdler Grant Holloway is setting himself up for a memorable 2021. He has already broken the indoor world record in the 60m and is promising to be one of the biggest gold medal hopes for the US track and field team. he talks about his mentality, tips for visualisation, and his top three favourite music artists.
Evgenia Medvedeva talks 2021, injuries, illness, and future
March 24, 2021 06:00 - 12 minutes - 11 MBIllness and injuries have meant double Olympic silver medallist Evgenia Medvedeva has struggled to recapture her top fitness and form. It meant she's didn't qualify for this year's world championships in Stockholm. Ahead of that competition starting, we talk to one of the world's most popular figure skaters about her difficult year and her future plans.
Ryan Crouser on world records, shot put, and achieving big dreams
March 17, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBRyan Crouser is the reigning Olympic champion in the shot put. He joined the Olympic Channel Podcast to talk about setting a new indoor world record, his diet, and growing up in Oregon, USA.
Christiane Endler talks PSG, Olympic qualifiers, and playing against USWNT
March 09, 2021 23:00 - 24 minutes - 22 MBChristiane Endler is a goalkeeper who plays for Paris Saint-Germain and captains her national team of Chile. During the 2019 World Cup legendary U.S. goalkeeper Hope Solo called her best female goalie in the world. Chile are on the verge of qualification for the Olympic Games for the first time. Before that difficult, and long-delayed Olympic play-off against Cameroon, Endler spoke to David Childs about her Olympic memories, her season with PSG, and her thoughts on International Wom...
International Women’s Day 2021: A conversation about heavy menstrual bleeding and sport with Olympian Kayla Imrie
March 03, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBKayla Imrie competes in the canoe sprint for New Zealand. Ashlee caught up with the three-time world championship medallist to chat about how her condition, menorrhagia, affects her competitive life as an elite athlete.
Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Maicel Uibo - a track and field power couple
February 24, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBOlympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo and her husband Maicel are an athletics power couple. They shared a special moment at the World Athletics Championships in 2019 when they both received silver medals for their performances in the 400m and decathlon, respectively. Shaunae reveals why her focus is shifting to the 200m, who is fastest sprinter in the family, and how her long-held ambition to try heptathlon may become a reality soon.